In Pictures: Videography Survey At Varanasi's Gyanvapi Mosque

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In this file photo, view of Kashi Vishwanath Temple Dham and Gyanvapi Masjid complex, in Varanasi. The mosque is located close to the iconic Kashi Vishwanath temple and the local court is hearing a plea by a group of women seeking permission for daily prayers before the idols on its outer walls.

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Plaintiffs, defendents, advocates and security personnel leave after a videographic survey at Gyanvapi Masjid complex, in Varanasi.

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View of Kashi Vishwanath Temple Dham and Gyanvapi Masjid complex, in Varanasi.

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Security personnel keep vigil after security was beefed up following the court's verdict on the case of the Gyanvapi Masjid complex's survey, in Varanasi. The court allowed the videographic survey and ruled that the court commissioner has to submit a report by May 17.

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Advocates and security personnel arrive at Gyanvapi Masjid complex, to resume a videographic survey, in Varanasi.

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Security personnel stand guard as officials move towards Gyanvapi Masjid complex, to resume a videographic survey, in Varanasi.

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Security personnel stand guard during a videographic survey at Gyanvapi Masjid complex, in Varanasi.